1996 Opel Astra vs. 1956 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1996 Opel Astra is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Astra weights approximately 518 kg more than 1956 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Renault Dauphine is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Opel Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Opel Astra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Opel Astra | 1956 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Astra | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1996 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 46 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.7 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2280 mm |